Decorating a Gender-Neutral Nursery

Are you waiting until delivery day to find out your baby's gender? You must have patience of steel. Waiting isn't in my DNA and I was dying to know my baby's gender the second I got a positive pregnancy test. I respect all you mammas who have the patience to wait. Recently, I was helping one of my friends decorate her gender-neutral nursery. It's kind of tricky when you don't know whether to go pink or blue, but there are some awesome options out there.

Opt for gray

While green and yellow have traditionally been the go-to color of choice for gender-neutral nurseries, gray adds an element of quiet sophistication. I love the look of soft gray walls with crisp white trim. Use pops of lime green and sunny yellow as fun accent colors. Choose gender-neutral themes like birds, music, or the alphabet.

Mix fabrics

When you're not bound by the confines of blue and pink, the sky is the limit with interesting fabrics. Mixing fabrics is a great way to remain gender-neutral, while livening things up a bit. Pair gingham, paisley, and comfy chenille for an interesting touch that adds depth to your design.

Design for you

Focus on creating a space that you like (provided it's comfy and safe for your baby). A newborn won't care about the colors or themes, but you will. You'll be spending many hours in the space, so make sure it's mom-friendly above all else. Remember you can always add gender-specific touches once you find out the sex of your baby — like pillows, stuffed animals, and picture frames. Don't worry too much about pink or blue — your little one's room will be overflowing with either Barbies or Tonka Trucks in no time.

What are your favorite ways to decorate a gender-neutral nursery? Let us know in the comments section!

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